Storm could drop six inches by midnight

Saturday

Dec 29, 2012 at 6:03 PMDec 29, 2012 at 6:03 PM

Dover — More snow than what was originally predicted is expected to fall tonight, according to AccuWeather meteorologist Kristina Pydynowski.

What was supposed to be two to four inches is now looking like upward of six inches for the region. The New Hampshire and Maine Seacoast is expected to see the same amount of snowfall, with the ocean not affecting the accumulation.

Pydynowski said it isn't the snow that will be the problem with this storm, however.

"Winds up to 30 miles per hour are being forecast for tonight," she said. "They could be even 40 miles an hour tomorrow."

Pydynowski said although it will be dry and sunny tomorrow, the wind will blow the snow around, making driving conditions in some areas "treacherous."

The worst of the storm should be over by midnight, with much of the snow tapering off by early morning.

Boston is expected to see accumulations up to 8 inches and even more snow should fall south of the city.

The rest of the week looks relatively dry for our area, according to Pydynowski, but the temperatures will be well below freezing and there is a chance of flurries on New Year's Day.